Family Practice Physician
Family Practice Physician
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United Community Health Center is a federally qualified health center (FQHC) in Southern Arizona seeking a Family Practice Physician in Three Points AZ. The Provider provides primary health care services to patients for UCHC. The Family Practice Physician participates in the quality assurance program health education programs and works closely with the Chief Medical Officer to develop clinical policies and procedures. The Family Practice Physician provides comprehensive primary care services to individuals and families of all ages within the community. Their responsibilities include:
1. **Primary Care Services**: They diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses injuries and conditions for patients of all ages. This includes routine checkups vaccinations screenings and managing common health concerns.
2. **Preventive Care**: They focus on preventive healthcare by promoting healthy lifestyle choices conducting screenings for early detection of diseases providing counseling on diet exercise and other wellness topics.
3. **Chronic Disease Management**: Managing longterm conditions such as diabetes hypertension asthma and others by developing treatment plans monitoring progress adjusting medications and coordinating care with specialists if needed.
4. **FamilyCentered Care**: Taking a holistic approach to patient care by considering the physical emotional and social aspects of health within the context of the family unit.
5. **Culturally Competent Care**: Providing culturally sensitive care that respects the diversity of the patient population served by the FQHC.
6. **Collaboration**: Working collaboratively with other healthcare providers including specialists nurses medical assistants and social workers to ensure coordinated care for patients.
7. **Electronic Health Records (EHR)**: Maintaining accurate and uptodate electronic health records to track patient histories treatments medications and followups.
8. **Quality Improvement**: Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of care patient outcomes and overall performance of the FQHC.
9. **Community Engagement**: Engaging with the local community to increase awareness of healthcare services promote health education and address public health issues.
10. **Compliance and Regulations**: Adhering to federal and state regulations as well as the guidelines set forth by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for FQHCs.
1. Medical Degree: Completion of an accredited medical school and attainment of a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
2. Board Certification: Certification by the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) is often required or preferred.
3. State Licensure: Possession of a valid and unrestricted medical license to practice in the state of Arizona.
4. DEA Registration: Registration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to prescribe controlled substances.
5. CPR Certification: Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
6. Experience: Prior experience working as a Family Practice Physician is preferred although some positions may be open to new graduates.
7. Clinical Skills: Proficiency in providing primary care services diagnosing and treating common illnesses and injuries managing chronic conditions and performing routine procedures.
8. Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients families and a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
9. Cultural Competency: Ability to provide care that is sensitive to the cultural and linguistic diversity of the patient population in Arizona.
10. Commitment to Public Health: Understanding of public health issues and a commitment to serving underserved populations as FQHCs often cater to vulnerable communities.
11. Compliance Knowledge: Familiarity with state and federal regulations governing healthcare practices including HIPAA regulations and compliance with HRSA guidelines for FQHCs.
12. Continuing Education: Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development and continuing medical education to stay current with advancements in the field.
Our esteemed nonprofit organization provides loan forgiveness assistance to dedicated professionals in recognition of their commitment to serving underserved communities and promoting public health. Through our highlevel initiatives we offer impactful support to alleviate the burden of educational debt enabling healthcare providers to focus wholeheartedly on delivering quality care where its needed most.
Employment Type
Full Time
